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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R10 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
May 2 — May 91
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 2 April 2026.

Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 18/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R14 087
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/621:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R14 374
Sat 16/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R14 542
Sun 28/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R14 744
Sun 28/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R14 794
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R15 047
Wed 9/918:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/120:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/3R15 097
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R15 400
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/514:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R15 451
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R15 737
Sat 21/1119:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/1111:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R15 821
Sat 16/523:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops25h 41m
KLM
Wed 27/513:22
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Deal found 2/4R23 900

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 087

One-way from

R10 233

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 800
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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1/6
  • 1/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 11m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 873 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 024 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R16 477

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

17:00-12:41

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

R19 490

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

12:40-16:50

1 stop35h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 24/5

19:20-4:00

1 stop25h 40m

R19 541

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:45-15:05

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

19:20-8:50

1 stop30h 30m

R20 197

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

17:00-7:44

2 stops45h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 24/5

6:15-15:50

2 stops26h 35m

R20 752

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

9:25-15:05

3 stops36h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/4

19:20-8:50

1 stop30h 30m

R21 880

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

10:05-15:45

1 stop36h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

20:35-5:30

1 stop25h 55m

R23 025

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Wed 27/5

13:22-21:20

2 stops24h 58m

R23 900

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

20:25-18:36

2 stops29h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 18/5

9:22-21:20

2 stops28h 58m

R25 684

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

23:15-18:36

2 stops26h 21m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/5

6:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

R27 720

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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 2 April 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 R13 465). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 612). 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 28% 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 R14 342.

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 44m.

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 Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 56m.

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 2 April 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
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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
9 539 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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
4 294 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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
7 848 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

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 OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago will take you 22h 40m. 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 R13 461 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R13 901 and R14 642 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 R9 585. Users have also found prices from R10 474 and R11 102 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.

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  • 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 R13 465). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 612). 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 9 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 461AverageR17 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 901AverageR15 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 642AverageR17 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 621AverageR18 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 567AverageR17 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 841AverageR17 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 843AverageR18 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 867AverageR22 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 033AverageR26 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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