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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R10 371

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Aug 26 — Sep 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Thu 10/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7R16 808
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 859
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/1021:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7R16 926
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/7R17 195
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7R17 212
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/7R17 228
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 565
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 14/918:25
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/7R17 581
Thu 3/923:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 15m
KLM
Thu 29/1017:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 27/7R17 665
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R17 800
Sun 20/923:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 15m
KLM
Wed 13/116:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 23/7R17 833
Wed 5/818:50
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 25m
KLM
Tue 25/813:25
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 22/7R18 018

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Chicago (CHI). 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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 195

One-way from

R10 371

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 329
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 72h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 229 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 891 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

11:22-21:20

2 stops26h 58m

R17 917

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

15:05-11:53

2 stops27h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

12:09-18:30

1 stop23h 21m

R18 102
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

15:19-21:20

2 stops23h 01m

R18 338

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Tue 15/9

9:29-19:40

2 stops27h 11m

R18 472

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Thu 17/9

6:05-19:40

1 stop30h 35m

R18 472

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 21/9

10:48-19:40

1 stop25h 52m

R18 489

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-21:37

2 stops29h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-22:00

2 stops32h 00m

R19 565

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

R19 951

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

21:55-15:17

1 stop24h 22m

Chicago Midway

Fri 30/10

10:59-19:10

1 stop25h 11m

R20 052

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/3

12:30-22:00

2 stops25h 30m

R20 808

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago (average of R15 648). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 859). 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 to Chicago?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Chicago flights typically cost between R16 707 and R21 683 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 808 on Etihad Airways (Sept 10–Sept 17).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 27 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 550 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
10 042 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 491 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
8 130 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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 Johannesburg to Chicago. 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 to Chicago?

    For as low as R17 917, KLM can have you in Chicago from Johannesburg in 22h. The distance from Johannesburg to Chicago is about 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 to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at R13 443. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R13 721 and R14 483, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 234. Users have also found prices from R9 657 and R11 593 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Chicago 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 to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago (average of R15 648). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 859). 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 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. 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 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 443AverageR17 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 721AverageR14 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 825AverageR24 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 549AverageR18 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 624AverageR17 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 979AverageR18 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 127AverageR19 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 885AverageR24 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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