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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R9 123

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 10 March 2026.

Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R14 218
Mon 18/518:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1111:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3R14 301
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/511:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 334
Sun 19/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R14 567
Sun 26/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 600
Wed 29/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 684
Wed 22/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R14 900
Tue 28/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R15 033
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R15 183
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R15 200
Tue 28/414:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/510:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R15 233
Thu 12/1119:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3R15 300

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 218

One-way from

R9 123

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 297
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 176 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R14 301

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R14 900

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-14:00

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

19:40-7:35

2 stops27h 55m

R15 932

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 199

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 265

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-13:50

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/11

22:30-7:35

2 stops25h 05m

R16 532

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-18:52

2 stops29h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

11:00-21:20

2 stops27h 20m

R16 898

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

20:25-20:40

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

11:08-21:20

2 stops27h 12m

R16 898
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R17 081

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

15:05-9:38

2 stops25h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 26/4

8:51-18:30

2 stops26h 39m

R17 131

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago, you should look to book at least 69 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago (average of R13 319). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 432). 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?

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 10 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andEtihad 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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 247 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 781 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    For as low as R14 301, Turkish Airlines can have you in Chicago from Johannesburg in 22h 40m. 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 315. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R14 127 and R14 483, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 24% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 262. Users have also found prices from R10 360 and R10 981 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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

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    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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago (average of R13 319). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 432). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 315AverageR16 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 127AverageR15 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 483AverageR15 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 455AverageR22 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 282AverageR17 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 549AverageR18 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 658AverageR17 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 443AverageR22 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 443AverageR26 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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