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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R9 925

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026.

Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 174
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 378
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/614:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 463
Sun 5/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 939
Fri 17/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/48:31
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops40h 44m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R15 840
Thu 22/1017:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 26/1021:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3R16 350
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R16 503
Mon 13/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/714:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R16 588
Fri 17/49:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R16 638
Sat 2/520:25
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops29h 11m
Delta
Sat 9/59:22
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops28h 58m
Delta
Deal found 18/3R20 802
Wed 6/520:25
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 31m
Delta
Wed 13/59:23
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops28h 57m
Delta
Deal found 22/3R20 836
Wed 6/523:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Wed 13/513:22
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Deal found 22/3R21 550

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 174

One-way from

R9 925

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 794
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 760 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 323 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R19 001

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

23:15-21:34

2 stops29h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 21/6

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R19 307

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

20:40-15:05

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

19:20-8:50

1 stop30h 30m

R19 936

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

14:55-15:05

1 stop31h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/4

19:20-15:50

1 stop37h 30m

R19 970

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

20:25-18:36

2 stops29h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/5

9:22-21:20

2 stops28h 58m

R20 802

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

20:25-17:56

2 stops28h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 13/5

9:23-21:20

2 stops28h 57m

R20 836

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

12:40-15:05

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/4

16:36-8:50

2 stops33h 14m

R21 329

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

23:15-18:05

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 21/6

9:30-21:20

2 stops28h 50m

R23 148

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:10-15:45

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

20:35-20:35

1 stop41h 00m

R23 250

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

10:25-9:37

2 stops30h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/5

7:30-18:30

2 stops28h 00m

R25 017

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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 13 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 596). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 774). 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 22 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
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
9 459 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
1 429 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
4 272 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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
7 811 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,8

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 R19 936, Ethiopian Air can have you in Chicago from Johannesburg in 25h 25m. 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 593. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R14 037 and R14 785, 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 631. Users have also found prices from R10 720 and R11 210 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, 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.

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

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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 596). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 774). 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 Johannesburg to Chicago

Discover the top 9 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 593AverageR17 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 422AverageR15 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 785AverageR16 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 778AverageR22 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 629AverageR18 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 895AverageR18 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 006AverageR18 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 807AverageR22 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 229AverageR26 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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