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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R10 236

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Mar 22 — Mar 291
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 20 February 2026.

Wed 25/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R13 508
Sun 5/49:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/2R13 911
Wed 25/29:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/314:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 330
Mon 26/1019:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1012:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 330
Wed 25/222:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops29h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 16/320:40
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 845
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 14/120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R15 878
Tue 4/821:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/921:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R15 910
Wed 25/222:00
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 16/312:47
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 13m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/2R16 184
Wed 25/222:00
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 40m
Delta
Mon 16/39:35
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops26h 25m
Delta
Deal found 16/2R16 393
Mon 18/523:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops25h 41m
Delta
Sat 4/76:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Delta
Deal found 16/2R18 199
Sun 24/523:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops25h 41m
Delta
Sat 4/713:00
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 40m
Delta
Deal found 16/2R18 956
Fri 22/523:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops25h 41m
Delta
Sat 4/76:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Delta
Deal found 16/2R19 795

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 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 911

One-way from

R10 236

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 281
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/4-12/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 87h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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18/8
  • 18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 399 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 607 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 20 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/4

14:00-7:10

2 stops58h 10m

R13 911

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R16 103

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

15:05-9:14

2 stops25h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/7

16:40-18:30

1 stop18h 50m

R16 248

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

10:25-11:51

2 stops32h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/7

6:00-18:30

2 stops29h 30m

R16 248

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-13:50

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

19:05-7:00

1 stop28h 55m

R16 410

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

5:30-8:15

3 stops33h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R16 780

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

19:25-13:50

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/6

19:05-9:25

1 stop31h 20m

R16 925

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

21:15-19:15

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

19:05-7:00

1 stop28h 55m

R17 006

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-15:55

1 stop25h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/6

19:05-7:00

1 stop28h 55m

R17 506

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

21:15-19:15

2 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/6

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R17 522

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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 18 February 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 895). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 942). 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 30% 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 736.

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 45m.

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 20 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
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 325 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 405 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 224 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 755 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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 OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago will take you 25h 09m. 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 892 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R13 679 and R14 023 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 25% 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 968. Users have also found prices from R10 031 and R10 632 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • 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 895). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 942). 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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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 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 892AverageR16 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 679AverageR14 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 023AverageR15 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 842AverageR18 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 964AverageR21 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 710AverageR17 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 024AverageR17 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 129AverageR17 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 889AverageR21 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 857AverageR23 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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