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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from R12 521

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Jul 3 — Jul 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 18 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 28 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 497

One-way from

R12 521

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 691
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/12-4/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 08m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 628 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 063 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 28 June 2025.

Thu 11/1222:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 4/117:00ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/6R17 497
Sat 23/89:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 13/913:55ORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R17 568
Wed 9/714:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 22/710:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/6R17 889
Sun 24/819:00JNB - ORD
2 stops43h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/98:00ORD - JNB
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/6R18 175
Mon 11/821:15JNB - ORD
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/822:35ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6R18 264
Mon 28/721:15JNB - ORD
2 stops25h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/817:40ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/6R18 532
Mon 11/823:15JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 39mDelta
Mon 18/817:30ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Deal found 26/6R19 923

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 28 June 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

Thu 11/12

22:05-13:55

1 stop23h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/1

17:00-7:30

1 stop30h 30m

R17 497

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/8

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/9

13:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

R17 568

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/7

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R17 889

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/8

19:00-7:46

2 stops43h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/9

8:00-17:45

2 stops26h 45m

R18 175

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

21:15-11:55

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/8

22:35-9:25

1 stop27h 50m

R18 264

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

21:15-16:14

2 stops25h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/8

17:40-7:00

1 stop30h 20m

R18 532

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

23:15-21:54

2 stops29h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/8

17:30-19:40

1 stop19h 10m

R19 923

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/7

9:50-21:58

2 stops43h 08m

R12 521

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/7

9:50-8:55

3 stops54h 05m

R13 074

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/7

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

R14 304

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Deals found on 27/6

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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 20 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 18 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 28 June 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?

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 28 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Delta, andCathay Pacific 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

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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

    British Airways, at R17 497, 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 Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. British Airways is priced at 15% 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R12 521. Users have also found prices from R14 304 and R15 803 on Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways, 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 808AverageR20 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 984AverageR17 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 192AverageR16 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 924AverageR23 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 184AverageR18 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 192AverageR19 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 847AverageR17 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR18 152AverageR20 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 156AverageR20 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 308AverageR23 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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