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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R11 376

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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 4 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 770
Fri 24/721:45
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops48h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R16 901
Tue 20/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Tue 9/39:55
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Delta
Deal found 31/5R17 113
Tue 20/1021:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 42m
Delta
Tue 9/315:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Delta
Deal found 31/5R17 113
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 161
Tue 20/1018:50
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/311:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5R17 178
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/313:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/6R17 210
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5R17 227
Tue 21/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/816:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R17 324
Tue 21/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R17 341
Tue 21/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops29h 16m
KLM
Tue 18/811:22
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 58m
KLM
Deal found 3/6R17 471
Thu 2/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 6/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5R17 504

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 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 884

One-way from

R11 376

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 846
22/7-26/8
  • 22/7-26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 31/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 008 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 096 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

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Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

21:55-11:56

1 stop21h 01m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/3

10:35-19:00

1 stop24h 25m

R17 113

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

10:15-13:25

1 stop20h 10m

R19 117

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

23:15-20:31

2 stops28h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/7

8:03-19:40

1 stop28h 37m

R19 378

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

R19 785

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

20:15-22:39

2 stops33h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/7

13:44-19:40

1 stop22h 56m

R20 551

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:55-23:59

2 stops34h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

18:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

R20 617

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

20:25-8:20

1 stop28h 55m

R21 285

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

R21 888

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

19:00-18:34

2 stops30h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

14:25-11:05

2 stops37h 40m

R22 963

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

20:15-22:15

2 stops33h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 27/7

17:10-19:40

1 stop19h 30m

R24 821

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of R10 219). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 320). 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 21% 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 888.

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

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

Booking 67 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.

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 4 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines 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
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 524 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
4 408 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
9 771 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 444 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
8 021 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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

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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 21h 01m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is about 13993 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 035 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R13 304 and R14 316 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 364. Users have also found prices from R11 241 and R11 405 on SWISS 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of R10 219). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 320). 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 OR Tambo to Chicago

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 4 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 035AverageR16 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 304AverageR14 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 316AverageR22 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 126AverageR20 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 062AverageR17 092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 390AverageR18 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 607AverageR18 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 725AverageR19 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR19 399AverageR23 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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