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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R11 233

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 8 June 2026.

Tue 6/1017:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/1011:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R16 997
Sat 18/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/720:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/6R17 080
Fri 24/721:45
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops48h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R17 130
Sat 25/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/814:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R17 394
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/313:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/6R17 443
Thu 5/119:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/6R17 526
Tue 21/723:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 15m
KLM
Tue 11/813:59
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 21m
KLM
Deal found 6/6R17 543
Mon 6/79:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/6R17 576
Mon 20/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/814:12
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops48h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R17 625
Mon 20/723:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops30h 00m
Delta
Mon 10/817:10
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/6R18 484
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/312:30
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6R19 013
Mon 6/723:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Sun 9/86:05
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Delta
Deal found 6/6R19 525

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 8 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 997

One-way from

R11 233

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 088
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/10-20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 456 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 321 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Chicago 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 8 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-7:55

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/11

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R17 526

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

23:15-21:33

2 stops29h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

15:35-19:40

1 stop21h 05m

R18 418

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/8

6:05-19:40

1 stop30h 35m

R19 525

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

18:50-16:14

2 stops28h 24m

Chicago Midway

Tue 25/8

13:27-21:20

2 stops24h 53m

R19 872

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

19:00-17:02

2 stops29h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

6:30-18:30

2 stops29h 00m

R20 053

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/8

13:27-21:20

2 stops24h 53m

R20 598

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

9:45-19:15

2 stops40h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/7

20:25-8:20

1 stop28h 55m

R20 747

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/8

6:05-19:40

1 stop30h 35m

R21 011
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:00-14:55

1 stop26h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

14:00-18:30

2 stops21h 30m

R21 672

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/7

9:48-19:40

1 stop26h 52m

R22 184

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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 R10 357). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 527). 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?

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 67 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 8 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 781 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 028 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 R19 872, Etihad Airways can have you in Chicago from Johannesburg in 28h 24m. The distance from Johannesburg to Chicago is about 13993 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 211. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R13 484 and R14 510, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 25% 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 490. Users have also found prices from R11 393 and R11 560 on SWISS 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.

  • 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 R10 357). Flying from Johannesburg to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 527). 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 8 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 211AverageR16 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 484AverageR14 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 510AverageR22 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 331AverageR20 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 280AverageR17 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 612AverageR18 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 831AverageR19 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 952AverageR19 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR19 662AverageR24 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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