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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R9 407

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Mar 9 — Mar 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 February 2026.

Tue 24/214:30
JNB
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ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R13 344
Wed 4/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R13 425
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R13 441
Wed 18/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2R13 505
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/314:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/2R13 973
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R14 005
Wed 25/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R14 022
Wed 11/219:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R14 054
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2R14 667
Wed 25/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R14 844
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R15 038
Wed 25/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/2R15 248

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 7 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 344

One-way from

R9 407

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 458
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/2-6/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 889 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 876 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-11:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 005

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 16/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 022

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 022

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R15 280

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 16/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R15 377

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

23:00-8:40

2 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 926

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:35-14:55

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R16 006

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

15:05-14:20

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 071

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R16 071

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

22:00-20:44

2 stops30h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

18:21-8:50

2 stops31h 29m

R16 361

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of R12 908). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 958). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 749.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 43m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 20m.

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 7 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 246 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 387 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 207 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 719 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago will take you 22h 55m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is about 14008 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R12 905 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R13 692 and R14 037 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 993. Users have also found prices from R10 041 and R10 823 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Chicago stopover in London most frequently. Addis Ababa follows London in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square, by traveling 16,2 km, 19,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about R1 007 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Rome.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of R12 908). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 958). 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 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 7 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 905AverageR16 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 692AverageR14 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 037AverageR15 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 856AverageR18 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 979AverageR21 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 690AverageR17 081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 040AverageR17 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 145AverageR17 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 906AverageR21 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 875AverageR23 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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